Doubles Co-Leader

Dude i swear to god my main actions were simply to chill, light screen, and reflect; I attacked you on a sub because two rounds of inaction would prompt glacier to send a natural disaster our way. On the bright side, it appears we both took only moderate damage; nothing unlivable.

"Oh if it isn't the big fucking sand hippo that nobody wants to ally with because of sand being a bitch. Well, I think i may be able to make your day. Truce, IAR?"

"Just what are you doing Chun-Li? Do you really think kicking down the walls is going to get us out of here?"

"These thunder thighs have enough power to kick down cars!"

"Yeah, but this isn't a car we're trapped in; it's a cage. And there's only one way in or out - if one of the Pokemon in this circle gets knocked out. Including our giant pet bird."

*screeching bird noises*

"Sorry girl, but it's the truth. I don't think any amount of flavor can get us out of this mess - we either kill or be killed. On the plus side, it looks like our plan was a resounding success - we did get rid of that Porygon-Z and that Gastrodon is trapped under the ground."

"Although that nasty Crobat gave Serenity some poison. What is with all these bats? Why don't they stay in their caves?" D:<

"Hmmm...on second thought, I think we could use this situation to our advantage. We'll have to play this carefully; Serenity is starting to feel worn. Let's hope everyone doesn't start preying on us in an instant."

Poison... It seems that it has reeked into the round-ears. The so-called Trainers are starting to lax out, their momentum shorted, their willpower sapped. The quiet ones stayed within the shadows, out of sight, but their smirks can be seen clearly from the Shadow's vantage point - for the pact with the Figure-

"No!" the Shadow growled softly but menacingly, hackles rigid as it underwent the intense pain. Of memories. Of love. Of life. Now there is nothing. Nothing but blood. And the lust for it. Throughout the time, the Shadow still cannot shake off the pain of what once was, even though it thought it had cast away what was to be. Finally, the hackles smoothed out, and the Shadow took flight, just in case Blackfire is watching. It won't do him well to reveal weakness to a potential opponent.

For now, it looks like the lesser shadowkin are wreaking havoc and panic. Panic is good. It will serve to dissent them further. And when the shadowkin finally succumbs - the Shadow's blood ripples at the thought. No need to have a care about the caged ones, for they are trapped. No need to care for the blue behemoth, for it is weakened even in that mighty state. But the rest - the Shadow is intrigued at the mention of a Demon Lord. Not many can hold that title without being revealed as a fake, then mercilessly defeated. The future promises not life, not love, but blood. Again naught but blood.

EDIT: For those of you who didn't know, Glacier is undergoing a hectic period in life, so I'm to subreff this round. However, I'm a very slow reff in this one, so progress is terrible, and I personally apologize for it. Do not worry that it will all be for naught - we will get US through.

In the middle of the night, MRcRanger97 took off in a stolen dinghy, forsaking his own friend and partner. He did not go far before the dinghy ruptured due to unspecified reasons. His body was never found.

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“WHAT?!”

Bellowed the Figure, “How dare you belittle my hospitality! An example MUST be made. You, you, and you – you will serve as a reminder to the others, that my will here is law!”

“But I don’t even-”“Wait, what-”

Before the 3 trainers can finish their protest, piercing shrieks and painful roars reverberated via the intercom. A Lucario, a Volcarona and a Pyroak – majestic specimens in their own right – were subjugated to an excruciating torment that left them incapacitated. The Figure turned towards the others, and all shuddered when they saw his smile – it is not even cold. It is lifeless.

“Now, shall we continue?”

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Pyroak’s demise might have been the saving grace for the battle cut short at the Pine Forest. Trapped under the remains of the tree, the Krilowatt did nothing but rested its energy against a fleeing nemesis. How will this confrontation end, no one knows yet. But it is certain that each will pursue the other to the ends of Massimo, for to win the mortal combat is to get the ultimate healing award from the Figure.

To the east, a Dusclops tried to telepathically detect anything out of the ordinary around him. Yet all the ghost sees is a blur – perhaps the Relic is not an object of ethereal power. Frustrated, he started walking towards the Rolling Hills, barely aware of a Togekiss flying towards that very same grove as well… And neither noticed a strange shadow underneath a blasted tree, though the Togekiss could feel something out of place, something… sinister. To the southeast, the Dragozard seems mightily complacent at finally achieving the pinnacle of its evolution via the gift of the dragons – deciding that the Volcano is too dangerous to remain, he lumbers southwards, looking for water, perhaps. But he will not find water there. Not to drink. Meanwhile, within the Snowy Plains, the fight broke off when all the Pokemons decided to flee except the Dusknoir – even the slow-on-the-uptake clam-tail ran away to stop beside a path and heal. If it went further, it might run into a Haxorus, but will it? And how long will the Dusknoir remain King of the Snow?

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Another Dusknoir found itself chasing the silhouette of an Emolga, only to stop.

And stare.

At a complacent Mortal Enemy.

TIME FOR SLAUGHTERING

The Lucario, having suffered the wrath of the figure, stood no chance. Barely conscious, it looks to be out of action soon… But can the Dusknoir defeat its nemesis before another comes and claim the prize? And where did the Emolga flew off to? Amongst the trees in the Jungle, a Togekiss is about to know the answer. Resting peacefully, it was astonished by the sudden presence of a foe, and had its defenses not been at place, it would surely take more than a pittance. Will it fight back? Or flee?

The Figure gestures at the Southeast, and everyone turn to see Cyclohm roaring in displeasure, challenging the unknown assassin to a front on match. Unbelievably, the Volcarona nearby suffered no ills, perhaps because the cloud-dragon is an ally. Nearby, a bookish pedant smiles as a Medicham fled to the Oceanside Cliffs to tend its wounds, and was no longer hurted by the burns inflicted from the magma. A few trainers, however, turned North, and found their Pokemon safely away from harm – at the moment.

In the center of the No Man’s Land, directly below the observatory, the Gallade seems alone, and decided to Wish for a heal. But all of a sudden 2 flashes of lights happened, and it is left out of its element in battle! The Hippowdon, previously its enemy, is nowhere in sight, having dug towards the Dusty Desert, so who is this new opponent? A Shadowkin? Yet the Desert may not be the best course of action for the hippo, given the unruly gang of allies marching there… The ghouls in the Hallows are not impeded by the Sandstorm at all, as Todd the Angry slashes with a yell.

COME BACK HERE AND PAY FOR YOUR CRIMES

But by then the instigator of the Sandstorm, Tyranitar, and its allies are gone, down a tunnel towards the Ghost Town. Limping, the Bisharp and Muk came to an agreement. Using their life force, they managed to force the ghost’s sentience into a part of the Muk’s body, to be separated. The Slime now lies there, in the middle of the road, unmoving, but definitely alive…

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But no matter how the situation is around them, some trainer only had eyes for their beloved partners. Within the Flavor Special, battles are fought both above on air and below ground. The Gallade trapped within was the only one to be unscathed, even using the opportunity to grab at a falling Care Package – except that its quite a high drop to the ground. But no one was paying it any attention. The Crobat, having scored a toxic ailment at the Togekiss, seems to be winning by keeping on exacerbating the poison, even returning the hax back at the Haxxy Flier by flinching the serene bird! Underground, dark and without water, the Gastrodon is in a predicament as well. Its first attack did not manage to draw on enough water, so it desperately decided to use mud as a substitute, only to fail to hit the Zoroark right behind it! With the sorrowful determination in its eyes, the Zoroark seems to be more than willing to continue the battle. So who’s fall will end the lockdown? Will the Gallade now act?

“Good, good,” murmurs the Figure. “And yet, not so good for the rest, who did nothing but travel the continent. TRAVEL, I say!” A few guilty trainers flinched at that…… (we’re not through with you)

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Dragon: Dragon STAB; More in touch with legendary or special auras in arenas. Able to use Thrash without losing focus.Dark: Dark STAB; Immunity to all telepathic and telekinetic attacks, better performance in all darkened and especially twilight conditions. Can use any Dark-type attack regardless of Attraction.

Abilities:

Shadow Walk: The creature is silent as the night, and as quick as light. If in battle, it can evade without fail. The creature's Dodge is a set 80% Dodge chance.

Fearful Presence: The being is not of this earth, rather, a supernatural phenomena that cannot be explained. Pokemon can feel when the being is in the same arena as them, and the gripping chill causes them to lose focus. Pokemon in the same arena as this creature lose 2EN per action.

Nature: Spiteful (No change)
Normal: Normal STAB; adapt comfortably to any surrounding after 3 actions. Able to use Outrage without losing focus.Dark: Dark STAB; Immunity to all telepathic and telekinetic attacks, better performance in all darkened and especially twilight conditions. Can use any Dark-type attack regardless of Attraction.

Abilities:

Shadow Walk: The creature is silent as the night, and as quick as light. If in battle, it can evade without fail. The creature's Dodge is a set 80% Dodge chance.

Fearful Presence: The being is not of this earth, rather, a supernatural phenomena that cannot be explained. Pokemon can feel when the being is in the same arena as them, and the gripping chill causes them to lose focus. Pokemon in the same arena as this creature lose 2EN per action.

Nature: Spiteful (No change)
Normal: Normal STAB; adapt comfortably to any surrounding after 3 actions. Able to use Outrage without losing focus.Dark: Dark STAB; Immunity to all telepathic and telekinetic attacks, better performance in all darkened and especially twilight conditions. Can use any Dark-type attack regardless of Attraction.

Abilities:

Shadow Walk: The creature is silent as the night, and as quick as light. If in battle, it can evade without fail. The creature's Dodge is a set 80% Dodge chance.

Fearful Presence: The being is not of this earth, rather, a supernatural phenomena that cannot be explained. Pokemon can feel when the being is in the same arena as them, and the gripping chill causes them to lose focus. Pokemon in the same arena as this creature lose 2EN per action.

Nature: Spiteful (No change)
Normal: Bug STAB; adapt comfortably to any surrounding after 3 actions. Able to use Outrage without losing focus.Dark: Dark STAB; Immunity to all telepathic and telekinetic attacks, better performance in all darkened and especially twilight conditions. Can use any Dark-type attack regardless of Attraction.

Abilities:

Shadow Walk: The creature is silent as the night, and as quick as light. If in battle, it can evade without fail. The creature's Dodge is a set 80% Dodge chance.

Fearful Presence: The being is not of this earth, rather, a supernatural phenomena that cannot be explained. Pokemon can feel when the being is in the same arena as them, and the gripping chill causes them to lose focus. Pokemon in the same arena as this creature lose 2EN per action.

This area has completely changed. the mountain is gone, and the whole area is craggy and bumpy, dotted with ruins of the rocky volcano and smoldering piles of lava. The heat is extreme here, and non-fire types will suffer. Also walking through gives you a high chance to stumble in lava and get burned.

The lava has fallen onto the pretty arena, causing its blemishless face to be scarred. The whole beach is dotted with large clumps of still smoldering lava. The lava causes the area to be much hotter than it was, and the heat emitted from the lava has cleared the mist, and caused the sand to glitter less (accuracy drop is gone). Some of the lava fell into the Water, so the water is releasing a steady pool of fog, but it shouldnt affect the beach (unless you go into the water or the boardwalk). Speaking of the boardwalk, the lava missed it entirely, except for one huge lump, that landed in the middle of the wooden structure. The boardwalk is still up, and you can walk on it, but to get to the end you will have to jump/manuver over smoldering lava/burning wood.

The hills are scarred by the lava dropping from the sky. The whole area has blemishes of smoldering lava, increasing the heat here drastically. the house was unlucky, and was toppled by a huge glob of lava. a rather large fire is all that remains. The rocks in the area seem to be reacting to the sudden change, as they are for some reason glossing up. They are cool to the touch, but they are much glossier, and glisten in the light

The lava has sent the Tall Grass area to Hell. The lava patches are scarce, but they have set the area ablaze. it will take merely an action before the whole area is on fire. For now though, the center is safe, almost. The fire is blazing hard and harsh.

A few trees have fallen down, due to the attacks of a pokemon. The broken trees have some weird green wisps emitting from them. They do not seem poisonous or dangerous. The ground is slightly frosted with ice.

The Spirits are awake, and ready to play! Some want to hurt you, some just want to mess around. Doesnt matter... things are getting dangerous fast! You can try to leave, and you will probably make it.... at least you have a good chance.... Will offerings work anymore? I guess only a really rare or cool offering would do... But how do you know where they are, in this thick, heavy sandstorm?

The water attacks have caused most of the arena to become iced down, and the water changed the snowy floor to ice. Things are very slippery now, ice pokemon would glide, and others would crash. Snow is still falling pretty heavily, so it helps stop pokemon from completely crashing.

Huge cloud banks are gathering over the horizon – the clouds looked like black, ominous mountains. Wind started to pick up a little, so you can feel it on your face, bringing the tang of salted sand and water. Speaking of water, it seems that the tides are receding, offering plenty of space to battle. Yet something seems out of the way, so you might wanna get out fast…

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Notes:

When you PM your actions, make sure you put "Showdown Round 5" as the title, or at least have "Round 5" in the name.

PM/VM me, ZhengTann, any mistakes you see. A lot went on, so I might have missed some things. DO NO POST MISTAKES/CORRECTION ON THIS THREAD.

DO NOT POST ON THIS THREAD UNLESS YOU ARE USING NICE, FULL FLAVOR.

The fourth Care package is floating towards the Frosty Mountains. Will it get snagged by a crag? Or picked up by a Pokemon? And what's in the care package this time? It seems like theres enough healing stuff in here for you AND a friend!

AREAS ARE SUBJECTED TO DISASTERS. YOU WERE WARNED, TIME AND AGAIN.There were a few people whose subs were not activated, or their orders failed, due to not having a SPECIFIC TARGET. when you have a match like this, where people can come in and out of arenas, you can't just say "Scald Him", or leave a blank action like "Thunderbolt". The arena might be just you and one opponent when you send me actions, but that can change. Keep actions and subs specific, name your targets explicitly.

EM/Gerard/Ullar/waterwarrior/Lupus/Wolfe/AOPS/Imanalt/Wanderer/rickheg still get their lottery bonus next round.

You may PM your actions to Glacier Knight as of this post, they are due Tuesday, 5/3/2013, 3pm (GMT-5).​

Oh man. I finally got to 2k, huh? Never though i'd see the day to be honest, I never posted a lot haha.

Where has the time gone? It's been almost 2 years since this part of my life started. I remember one day in class my friend (any old-timers would know him as Pikapwnd) told me about Smogon, and how he found this cool sub forum called CAPASB. Hell if i knew what that was, I just knew it was pokemon, and it wasnt Showdown (He tried to get me into meta game and etc, but I blow at that competitive stuff).

So, we gave ASB a quick look around. I was kinda in love at first sight, seeing trainers using pokemon in a whole new way that I'd never seen, an interactive version of the anime. People being creative with attacks, using the arena and pokemon's abilities to their advantages... it totally hooked me in. 4 hours later I posted my ASB profile on the Registration thread, wide eyed and eager to participate. I was excited to use my favorite pokemon in a new way, to put all my imaginative mind to work.

And I'm still here, after two freaking years! Man, a lot has changed. So many events, so many updates. I've seen people come and go; I made new friends and watched them leave. And some people will say you shouldn't take a game too seriously, and not get attached, but I totally failed. I'm attached to ASB completely, and no matter how hard I try I can't give it up. The people i've talked to have been great friends, fun to talk to and chat it. With some, we've had our differences (I'm fully aware that i've deserved some of those #capasb kicks i've received v_v), but in the end I still count everyone as my pals.Some of you have been particularly close;I consider you some of you brothers, and I hope you feel the same. You've all given me smiles and scowls alike, and made life just a tiny bit better if I had a foul day.

So, I'd like to do my shoutouts now (because I've been fucking waiting forever for this moment jeez why am I so slow to get 2K). Nowadays the shoutouts are short and kinda meh. Yeah, there's no way I'd half-ass these (since when do I half-ass the chance to type excessively?). I'll tackle all the important people I've talked to, and what I say, I mean. Ya'll are great guys.

Everyone else that's still alive:Deck_Knight: Gotta give my props and highest regards to the maker of CAPASB. DK, it's been a pleasure knowing you. While you poke your head in from time to time, your prescense is always known; from your witty and out of the blue IRC quotes, to your demanding and, shall I dare say it?, /hazardous/ battling style. You gave birth to a wonderful thing, and you've let it shape itself into a great project. I am proud to have built a mighty harem with one of ASB's finest; may our hoes be plentiful! Glacierating: 8.8/10

Dogfish44: Doggy~ One of my favorite ASBers, haha thanks for all the fun times. Warlight was always a challenge with you as my opponent, and i'm proud of my (very little) wins. You're a bright chap, a good old brit indeed! You're a damn good battler, that's for sure (Though lay off the swoobat trolling), and you deserve your Electric Gym Leader title, every little bit of it. You've been here longer than I, and I hope you stay for more! Just keep the chainsaws, trout slaps, and flamethrowers (/nick Puddle) to a minimum :P Glacierating 7.9/10

Its_A_R&om: :) Ok, we've had our differences, its true. There's been many a period when chanstats racked you with over 30 kicks, and guess who was the main victim? Yes.... Ullar. 8) Seriously though, we've had our disputes, and we've bickered, but I still like you think of you as a great friend. The man down under, you're the badass leader of Ground (even though you lack MAMOSWINE), and you're one of ASB's finest, hands down. You've been here for so long, and you know your stuff, that's for sure! You and fogdish22 always find the most gimmicky pokemon, and use them to your advantage. Yeah, you're cool :) Just know that I'm glad we can bicker and argue, and yet at the end of the day, I know we are cool. Besides you even give me voice sometimes and I feel special :O (P.S your TLRs are insane; I hope i never have to go in the Tower of Ash!). Glacierating 7.4/10

Texas CloverLeaf: Somedays we're mad at each other, others we're being good bros. You're quite the character, and I'm glad I got to be your first opponent in ASB (totally let you win though, JS). You're gonna be a solid Dragon Gym Leader, what will your FREAKING MAXXED MOVEPOOL TEAM. All of them... ugh. I hate how half of everyone in ASB started after me, yet I have so much ground to catch up with them. Anyway, you deserve all your titles, because although sometimes difficult, you're smart and you know your stuff. Hmmm I feel like i've been talking too negative. Texas <333 the bro talks are always good, thats for sure. have fun with ms. Double D's :P Glacierating: 7.6/10

King Serperior: You are the nicest guy on ASB, hand's freaking down. You embarrass me sometimes when i log into irc, haha; "hello Glacier!, King of all flavor and god of the creavite arts!" yeah, you say things like that and you're all too kind. I don't think you've ever done anyone on ASB wrong, and you are always polite and kind. Caring and creative, you are a pleasure to know and hang with. You are also a fan of RP, as am I, and I enjoy your earnest verve to try and use flavor and creative actions throughout your ASB career. You're the best :) Glacierating: 9.3/10

Matezoide: You're something, you know that haha? Whether you're making cancerous GIFs, or defending Flareon, we always seem to butt heads (in a purely friendly way, and its great because we know we are kidding), you are always there for me, and anyone else. I'll get a tiny bit sappy here now; Around the time you joined ASB, I was pretty inactive because I was having family issues, trying to take care of my siblings and juggle college and work and all that crap. I made it known in my sig so others would know to get subrefs, etc. I had never talked you yet, and you had never talked to me, yet you know what? i remember clearly, one day, when checking up on super quickly, I had a VM, from you. You didnt know who I was, yet you left me a message saying that you hoped everything was alright, and I'd come back soon. That really hit me. That's just nice, It made me smile. I thought "this guy, I hope I get to talk to him and get to know him". And I did. You're on IRC almost as much as me, so hell we talked lots haha. of course half the time you're spamming NO NO NO NO NO after I point out how Kabutops is superior to Omasucks ;) And even though I'm not a fan of superman, I'm a fan of you dude. Don't feel down when dicks put you down, ok? you're worth something, and you're a great guy. Plus don't count yourself out in ASB, you're a fast and precise ref, and you make the Battle Hall go faster than the child of the Road Runner and Usian Bolt. You're one of my favorite people in ASB bro, and I'm glad to have met you. BUT, I still dont like MLP, never will! Glacierating: 9.3/10

Maxim: God, I got so frustrated in our tourney match :P you're an excellent battler, and i just couldnt catch a break. You've been here as long as me, a bit longer, and you know your stuff. Normal Gym Candidate gogogogo! A chill guy and a conversation with you is always refreshing. Stay golden! Glacierating: 7.7/10

Imanalt: MAMOBAWSE. Also you agree with me that Anne Hathaway is a Classy, sexy dame. My bro from the chilly north new england, you're a good guy and I enjoy talking to you. You always "lol" at my stuff. Like, all the time, sometimes too much. But, you're always a boss, so it's ok. A MAMOBAWSE. Yeah if IAR ever kicks the bucket i'd love to see you in the ground gym leader position. Glacierating: 7.1/10

Frosty: Prepare for Trouble! And make it Double! To freeze the world with Glaciation! To chill all peoples within our nation! To denounce the evils of heat and flame! To extend our icy grip and slap the lame! GLACIER! FROSTY! Team SUBZERO, slicker than the speed of light! Surrender now, or prepare to get your asses kicked! SWINUB, THAT'S RIGHT! Glacierating: 7.3/10

SimonSays: SimonSays <3333 my favorite and best bromance. Where did it all began? Gotta be that Icy castle Labyrinth. We did our best, I have no regrets! And after that, we became the best of friends. its a shame you're all the way in NZ, haha you'd be great to hang with. I've helped you through some certain situations, and you've heard my share of tales. Bros forever man. You're an amazing dude and you link me to the chillest music. get ALL the FEELS! Glacierating: 13.6/10

Gerard: Master of the Psyquics! You're a demon at Doubles, you know that right? You are a freaking genius and so underrated. I feel like everyone kind of just shirks you over, and you don't get the credit you deserve. Yes, DF44 and IAR are fierce, but you are quite the opponent. A force to be reckoned with, and a charming guy! You're mellow and fun to talk with :) Glacierating: 8.5/10

Akela: A clever, intelligent guy. Refs pretty fast and concise. You're a fine addition to ASB, plus you have created some quite interesting arenas I really need to try out. you just gotta quit your fapping~ Glacierating: 7.10Athenodoros: ATHENODORSOROSDOROS. A mighty fine water gym leader indeed! You're not as active as you were, but you still make a splash (heh) in ASB! I'd have to say you by far have the best Avvy in ASB, hands down. A good guy! Glacierating: 7.3/10EspyOwner: /me pet EspyOwner. I consider you to be a great friend, as its always interesting to speak with you on IRC. sometimes you're LOUD AND LAMEY LAME, and you are quick to anger and take offense. But you're like a puppy~ or a kitty~ or some smallish mammal that is excessively adorable. As i'm typing this i'm doing a white nuzlocke, and I just caught a Petilil, annnnnnd I'm naming it after you, because I can and you're a badass <3 ALSO GIVE ME BACK MY XATU I MISS HER. Glacierating: 8.5/10

Orcinus Duo: Orcy-poo <3 It's funny, the first time you came onto asb and joined, I didn't like you at all haha. I thought you were annoying and stupid, and you kept claiming your Sudowoodo ("Mamoslayer") could best my Truffles. IMPOSSIBRU. But, something happened on IRC haha, i dont know, i think it was a music share session, and suddenly I was saying "hmmm this guy. not bad.". You're probably my best friend in ASB pal, you and SimonSays. You two have been with me through lots of shit, and I've heard and helped with lots of yours. #EBS FOR LYFE. You're a great guy, who is intelligent and isn't afraid to speak his mind. Impulsive and quick wit, you were a good role for Fire Leader haha, you silly goose. (Fun fact, i'm listening to husky right now as I type this ^_^). You're my bro, man. And you are fucking awesome. Never change. Glacierating:13.6/10Pwnemon: Ok, so I usuall don't say how much you've helped me, or point out how good you've been to me (depsite your brash nature). When I was flunking my math class, who helped me out? who stayed up late just to try and teach me quadratic formula because i'm a dumbass? Pwnemon? ding ding! You're very intelligent, and I think you've got a good heart. You just express your feelings negatively, a lot. But you've helped me in more ways than I've helped you, and I'm in your debt. ASB-wise you're extremely intelligent, hell you won the 2nd tournament with Jas and Smash! Kudos, and I hope you keep it up. I know you've got the potential and ability to make yourself known here, to be a star. Do it. You got this. (Also GO PARTY, FIND GIRLS, LIVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. I believe in you bro.) <3 Glacierating: 9.5/10 for Helpful Pwnemon, 7/10 for Dickish PwnemonObjection: Ok, you know, I'm kinda excited to write this part. Or at least happy to. Objection, you are the man. I simply cannot express how much I adore you and how grateful I am you are a part of ASB. For starters, you are alwayscalm and collected, with only maybe .001% percent of the time getting upset or yelling at someone. You listen to people's arguements, no matter how belligerent or stupid, and you non-chalantly and calmly explain your side to the debate. That's such a great quality (that i sometimes wish some certain people had >.>). Also, you're a freaking encyclopedia of knowledge. I always go to you to ask a question regarding ASB that i cant figure out on the top of my head, because dammit, you know the answer before the question even leaves my lips! You're an extremely helpful person, and I am so thankful for that. You have the best team theme, and I can't wait to see all your pokemon with custom sprites! :) You're a great friend Objection, and Honestly one of my favorite people i've met since joining smogon. Stay cool dude! Oh also you made freaking onion_bubs. Like, jeez, you're a smart cookie! Onion_Bubs is SUCH a life saver for reffing, everyone should remember to give thanks to the creator. Glacier_Bubs: I give Objection a 10 out of 10Yarnus of Bethany: You have normal pokemon. Good stuff. Glacierating: 5/10Gemoftheday: <3333 You're a good gal, always a pleasure to chat with you on IRC. Hope you stay and play ASB for a good while! Glacierating: <333/10Zheng Tann: Quite the intelligent person. I always see your posts in the Debate and voting threads, discussing all the new and possible implements to ASB. I could definitely see you getting up to council or something in the future, give it some time. You're a good guy! Thanks so much for being my sub ref for the Showdown- oh yeah. guys. He reffed THE ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN. Trust me, I know how much that takes. Its a lot. Give him some credit haha. Glacierating: 7.4/10The Wanderer: This guy, oh man haha. I'd say he's ASB's top ref, and a lot of people agree. Hands down dude, you win the award for consistent flavor, great quality of flavor, overall speedy reffings, and precise calcs. I really want you to ref some of my matches, or maybe have a batte? You're always in character, and its always a fun time when you're in the battle, whether it be trainer or referee. Also, you're a charming guy, very nice and clever. I think you're an underrated trainer, because I'd say you've got nice battling skills too! You've been here for a decent amount of time, I say you're ready to burst out of the shadows anyday now and make your presecnse known. Stay awesome broski! Glacierating: 9.2/10Eternal Drifter: You are mysterious. That would have to be my number one way to describe you, good pal. I think I know you better than anyone on ASB, or talk to you the most, and yet I'm still left in the dust with many questions. Your character though, its quite interesting. It's a mix between solemn and serious. You're super courteous, and always a pleasure to talk to. You have many great ideas, and I'm glad i can help you in an attempt to implement them. You never anger, yet, I don't think i've seen you happy, neccesarily. You keep this solid emotional wall, and I can hardly read anything besides maybe some excitement or exasperation. I hope you're having fun though, I hope ASB is fun for you. I really do. Because you're a great addition, and a good friend. Also, your Role-Playing... simply stunning. You guys have no idea how thick his plot goes guys, he's got this huge scheme. and soon you will all find out.. fufufu. Seriously though, ED, you're a great friend, and I hope you consider me a good pal. Glacierating: 9.5/10Waterwarrior: STAY AWAY FROM MY ICE GYM, BRONY BOY >:| Glacierating: cold as ice/10RagnarokAlex: Yall motherfuckers need to listen up, this dude will mess you up. His battling skills are super pro, ya betta WATCH OUTTTTTT. Alex ^_^ I love your face. Beat up kevin for me, he's a fatass and won't play ASB anymore. Also I feel sorry for you because Iowa is really dreary. Kthnxbai. Glacierating: 9.4/10Elevator_Music:I've got no beef with you, haha you're such a chill guy. Except for the fact all your fucking pokemon are maxxed out v_v. God, I need to train so much more... anyway! One Piece is awesome and thanks for sharing the site that lets me read it for free :) Also you're a fair and non-chalant guy; you always keep your cool. Chill like a glacier~ Glacierating: 7.6/10

Leethoof: You're such a hipster, 2K shoutouts are too mainstream for you. I hope you dont throw your vinyl records and siberian decor at me, and please dont stomp away in your hipster snow shoes. But nah, to keep things real, you're a good friend. RPRP ALL THE WAY. You have great flavor, I mean jeez. I can't get enough of it. If Orcinus and I battle in the Tournament, You are reffing it. I'm not even giving you a choice, it's too beautiful an oppurtunity to pass up. Your rock pokemon arent cool because they aren't ice cool, and bastiodon sux. MAMO FOR LYFE. Glacierating: 8.783921898172943914/10, because that's a hipster score

LadySalamence: <3333333 Glacierating: <3/10

Zarator: The Raid Lord! Such a great thing you made, they are challenging and give the older ASBers a place to show their skills and stuff. Also you've got an excellent ghost team. ^_^ Glacierating: 7/10

TheWolfe: A good battler, and a good guy! You're always happy, and you're fun to talk to :) I've never seen you sour! A great addition to ASB, I think our first battle together was one of my favorites! We both had fresh pokemon, and it got neck and neck. I'd love to have a rematch with you sometime! Stay awesome man. Glacierating: 8.2/10

Ullarwarlord: You're a good bro, though sometimes stupid, sometimes annoying, and sometimes crazy. I love you the same though, always strive to become better. Anyone and everyone can! Glacierating: 7/10

When the Trainers got up that morning, some noticed that two others were missing. They gave The Figure a quick glance of uncertainity, and he replied with an apathetic shrug; Tardiness was not exempted.

"...if you would turn your attention to the windows, gentlemen..."
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The Final Lottery gave a select few a rewarding gift; A quick heal, which some were in great need of. A few of the participants gave grins as their champions were rejuvenated; others grimaced. You see... their pokemon were subjected to the ghastly green curse, and they flinched as their partners writhed in pain from the punishment.

"...Next time they will be eliminated. Send in your Orders."

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A big ruckus is being made in the Flavor Special! There seems to be two battles going on, one above the surfae, and the other before. The gallade doesnt seem interested in petty battles, and doesnt move! However, the Aerial Aces take off into the sky and clash for their rightful place. Crobat and Togekiss, two tiny blurs in the air, slashing and clashing. Togekiss whips up a most fearsome gale, a tornado! It deals the whole arena damage, and her opponents, but the Crobat quickly diminishes the swirling vortex with a jet of current. Togekiss quickly then zips over to the Gallade, who is in a vegetable-like state, and covets his care package! With haste she eats what is inside, and what? It's refined Old Gateau! The delicious treat that can heal anything does wonders for Togekiss and her poisoning, but it doesnt stop Crobat from battering the bird even more.

Below the surface, tremors are shaking everywhere! The two foes downstairs are causing hell, wrecking themselves just for a chance to survive! Gallade stumbles above ground and the richters below mess with the whole area. and then suddenly.... nothing. a great cry, one of defeat, is heard muffled by the dirt, and we see that Gastrodoom is down! It seems the sneaky fox out-manuvered the grimy beast in the darkness, what with some counters and night dazes. However, the Zoaroark seems weak now... but, his owner is rewarded!

"...Your prize, Eternal_Drifter."

The Figure snaps his fingers, and his smaller shadow, the fiery servant, appears right in front of the quiet trainer, holding a single card, bright yellow with orange markings.

"+40 HP and +40EN, to any pokemon you wish. You can give it to anyone as well... unless your Zoaroark faints, that is.."

The trainers stare at ED greedily; Will he barter it off? Surely he could make some friends with that precious gift...

To the immediate east of the Flavor Special lies the abanonded town, now now so empty... 5 mighty figures stand proud and tall, and it seems to be an alliance! But, there is a problem... maybe two? A Single figure, cloaked in the shadows of dark, stands, statue still. Looking. Staring. ...but not attacking? very odd.. nevertheless, the Alliance sense some danger. The ring leader, the muk it seems, gives a battle cry, and jets of fire spew out, battering the shadow.

Nothing.

Two cronies, the Bisharp and Tyranitar, belt out some gruesome cries of their own, and slash brutally with Aerial Aces.

And it is done. Simple as that. The shadow gives a grin, and falls to its knees. The darkness suddenly glows...

Then nothing. The shadows merely melts into the ground, dissappering from the thoughts and worries of the others. The group cheers and chills out to prepare for future battles.

But they don't notice some of the shadows slipping into the quivering pile of goo; the cursed slime separated from Mother Muk's body....
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To the south, we take a glance at the beach! Warm, misty, and calm... until the Dragon of the Volcano enters. Royal Blue, with an immense new figure, the Charizard bellows belliegeratnly, now greedy with its draconic powers. Now it is god. Now, it has the power.

IT. IS. INVINCIBLE.

..or so it thinks. However, Charizard gets a lucky break, as its opponent, the Cyclohm, is seemingly parazylled out of fear. I guess it didnt have any actions... The transformed Charizard wishes to test out its new powers and form, and prove its the dominant dragon, and gargles up a massive novablast! What!?! i've never seen such an attack! Bright Blue flames bath the Cyclohm, who gives a shrill scream of pain. It seems to be burned too... not just any burn though...

As Charizard continues to pummel his victim with ferver and glee, the Volcarona does not help his ally. Rather, he holds a peculiar item, a Fossil to be exact. Thinking that their might be a connection with the glowing of the relic, Volcarona dips the Fossil into the water, and almost immediatly the fossil begins absorbing the energy and water, glowing an extremely bright blue. The fire bug chills out as this happens, and then finally CRACK! The fossil turns a bright white! A flash blinds the entire beach, but then when it dissaptes.... WOAH! ITS ALIVE! THE ANCIENT ANORITH IS ALIVE! Anorith gives a little growl of nervousness, trying to find its senses, then immeditaly clings to Volcarona. Aw, its so cute! volcarona is now a mommy! Volcarona cuddles his new ally sweetly, seeing the child as an opputunity to get farther in this competition. the more the merrier, i always say! However, Volcarona hears a battle cry to this left and a draconic bellow to his right! Uh oh, it seems the Medicham from the cliff has ran down to meet them, and Charizard has DEAFEATED THE CYCLOHM! Volcarona has a new friend, but it seems he is cornered by some strangers... what will happen?
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In the desert, we see a Hippodown, whose has been given orders to uncover... something. With the discovery of Relics, maybe his trainer deduced that there would be some everywhere? nevertheless, Hippodown gives a roar and spits some water pulses at some rocks!

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...That was productive... the rocks seems pretty enthused though, as they get a cooling deluge after being trapped in an arena where the sun shines continuously. The water doesnt uncover anything, so Hippodown uses his Earth Power! All around the arena, columns of blinding light and sand burst from the ground, making a wonderful display! However, not much happens, besides some rocks being sifted up from the lower layers of the sand. although... these rocks are a darker shade then the rocks that were naturally on the surface of the sand... does that mean something? or is it just science? I guess hippodown will have to figure that out, I mean surely there is something- OH WOW. One of the earth powers, now faded, reavealed an Ancient Obelisk! Hippodown must have gotten lucky, and the earth power caught the obelisk, brining it up as the earth power rose to the surface! The rock pillar is slender and rock solid, a dark brown with some sort of writing all over it! What does it mean though... I don't think this is a special relic... maybe a clue?

To he north, In the humid jungles of Massimo, An emolga has sighted its prey, a sleeping Togekiss (though not really asleep, it just doesnt have orders). It gives a devilish grins, and brutally beats the pokemon! Thunderbolt after Thunderbolt, and a discharge! The electricity crackles and sparks in the air, making the plants shimmy and jump with electrons. Togekiss cries out in pain, and as the round ends, It seems as though Emolga shall decimate its prey with ease! it didnt even take a hit! Togekiss might want to make haste...

To the north, not much happens. A slowbro takes a nap because he is hurt, and that alongside his Lottery prize, gives him a huge advantage, for now he is healed! In the pine forest, Krilowatt struggles to break free of the tree's grip, because HE'S STILL UNDER THERE. Its a shame. Pyroak can now kill the krilo- oh wait. PYROAK WAS ELIMINATED. Krilowatt gives a sigh of relief, but suddenly His Mortal Enemy returns, on a blazing speed dash from its agiliy! This dear gives krilowatt enough power to esacpe the grip of the fallen tree, and the shrimp flees to the lake side? It's on the path at least... The lucario merely shrugs. However, the snow is falling harder in the pine forest.... and....

The green mist. the fallen tree.

Something is amiss, that huge tree that was toppled is still spurting that weird mist. The trunk seems hollow, besides spewing the green... what is in there? something of value? or consequence...

In the Cave, Gallade flees, for fear of the shadow in the no man's land. It stops to take a breather in the inky darkness, only to run into... another shadow. this one came from the hills, and suddenly its eyes glow a horrendous red! Gallade protests, but its put to sleep instantly. ....will the shadow take advantage of his slumbering victim? or go and prey on other folk?

Haxorus likes walking. It crosses the bridge from the cave to the frosty mountains, because it spied a care package! Oh boy, haxorus sure loves care packages. However.... Frosty Mountains are kinda cold. As the dragon enters the Frosty Mountains, something is amiss. The snow has completely stopped. it was blizzarding pretty rough, until just now.

It's dead quiet. the Skies are not gray, but black, and the echoes of the wind are gone.

The care package floats down, and lands almost infront of haxorus.

The the storm... where did it go? something seems wrong...
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In the hills, Dusclops shadily sneaks behind Togekiss, and give it a battering! Togekiss is oblivious, and tries to attack the shadow! evil evil shadow... to bad it shadow slipped away, silent as night! Togekiss squawks in rage, then uses foresight! It focuses on the rocks, that are glowing weirdly... a relic maybe? everyone is frantic to find relics... The rocks seem to be abosorbing the sun's rays, and glow with power. however, they dont do anything special really.. BUT what is this? near togekiss, a red spot appears in foresight's sight. the glow is red at first, then when togekiss turns its attention towards the area, it transforms to a shiny brown. the earth there rumbles ever so gently... eh?

In the Ocean, Lucario falls, sinking to the bottom, and the Dusknoir merely chills out.

In the Obsidian Badlands, a hulking Slaking enters the barren land, amazed by its rugged beauty... but a Shadow is there! It gives a screech of death, and its glare paralyzes the Slaking! But the ape merely chuckles, and pounds the ground with a primal scream of its own! The whole aerna rumbles and shakes, because its an EARTHQUAKE! Obsidian pillars crack and fall, shattering everywhere. the center pillar is still erect though.
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Togekiss (Wolfe) used Extremespeed!Togekiss used its lightning speed to circle around the Flavor Special rapidly, causing a Mini-Tornado!Togekiss is in the center of the Tornado!
Crobat -7HP
Gallade (alex) -7HP

-18ENMysterious Shadow (Y) used Hypnosis!Gallade was put to sleep!*SECRET SHADOW ABILITY DISCOVERED*
*Unrelenting Slumber: Pokemon sent to sleep by Shadow Pokemon stay asleep for 3 actions, though can be awakened by an attack whose final damage is 10 or more*

Night had fallen many hours ago. The halls were quiet; not a single whisper or pitter-patter flitted through the air. The corridors were lit by the full moon's bathing luminescence, which shown through all the grand windows that decorated each hallsend, and they make known of any shadows that would be slinking about-

And there was one, indeed.

The sly black, that airly puffed across the edges of the dark halls like smoke, swirling its tendrils across the patterned beams of moonlight, effectively coating the entire entry way. The most prominent tendril of the shadow- that which controlled the smaller spirals, snaked its devillish head towards the crimson door on the left, that which housed a certain challenger: Walker. The ominous shadow glided swiftly under the bed's edge, escaping the exposing moonbeams and graciously basking in the gift of pitch-black.

A pity Walker wasn't given a room with a window...

Seemed quite peculiar his was the only accommodations lacking such trivial decor...

Like a demented Ink, bottling up from some invisible spring, the shadow bubbled up in its growth, doubling, tripling its size. To mere mortal eyes nothing was amiss, just a dark room perfect for slumber.

But when you drift in eternal shadows, how can you detect an observing abnormality?
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The sun arose, and so did the challengers. It is remarkable... So remarkable.

The different lives gracing the mansion. Graced by the mansion, and the opportunity.

They were all summoned by the opportunity. The power. The greed.

Was it greed? For some surely it was the case. But others might have had other motives....

But they all came. They were the same, yet beautifully different.

The early birds rose before the sun could pleasure the land with its warmth (that which the moon's bounty could not provide), and walked upon the dawning shadows that were diminishing before the light arrived. They had their showers, their morning toast and coffee, and suprisingly, none said a word to the other. This breed was a uniform, rule-going species of challenger.

Stay separate from the competition until it was time to do battle.

There is a solemnity that must be partaken.

The others would rise as well, but these few, those that dared to escape the sanctuary of dreams to frolic in the shadow's hour, were interesting to observe.

One of which was Walker.

The breakfast table was silent as usual, the routine keeping in check.

Just one member short, one that would never stray off habit.
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"Chill. That is all you people do."

The harsh monotone, the voice that could never be traced as to who it was or what it was, ringed mercilessly through the observation chamber, making the challengers react in flinches, glazed eyes, and, in some cases, snorts.

"Salt is a food enhancer, yet would you flippantly douse your meal of dusk with the substance? emptying the whole flask onto the dish? I think not. Recuperation is the salt of war, of battle; of this COMPETITION. Lazily basking in the sun of my lands will not win you any respect, OR prizes, from me."

The Figure gave an irritated sigh, perhaps the only sign of human nature or being alive it had given throughout the Competition so far, and sat down on his throne of polished metal. The Challengers began to go back to routine, punching in command actions to be sent to their beloved champions, checking the scopes to see the action across the glimmering sea.

No one had noticed the missing trainer slink in.

His head was low as the machine raised him to the level of the observatory.

Everyone was peered out the glass.

The Figure grinned.
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(Ok, so I am tired as fuck and everything is done. I will explain all the important details, recap what happened, and etc etc. Then when i'm not tired i'll post the nicer looking, flavory version. Kthnxbai)

-Natural Disaster Occured in Frosty Mountains
-The Snow just stopped in the Snowy Plains, and the ground is trembling
-The cursed goo was covered in a pile of rocks, and some where embedded into its goo, making it a Rock/Poison cursed sludge beast of vegenance and doom. Damn I am a creative motherfucker.
-Thewolfe escaped being killed and fleed to No Man's Land
-TIO and Rickheg are bad people and got eliminated because they didnt send in actions
-Ullar is bad too but this was his first time, so he only lost -20HP and EN
-Engineer and Gerard got knocked out by objection and dogfish44 respectively. ouchies.
-Engineer's pet anorith seemed to cling to Objection. I guess he controls it now? huehuehuehue.....
-that tree in the pine forest is still spitting out green mist. how mysterious. HOW MYSTERIOUS.
-The shadows can shadow slip, which messes with everyone.
-A shadow put Lupusater to sleep
-Pwnemon, who was asleep, teleported, while asleep, and attack dogfish44, while asleep
-IAR read the obelisk in the desert, and learned interesting information! yaaaaaay!
-Madotsuki (yeah he still sends me actions lol) explored the ruined island and learned information! yaaaaaaaaay!
-when TIO died, Matezoide picked up the amber spider lily.
-Zoroark's trainer is a crafty bastard, and gets a new toy.
-LOTS. OF. CHILLING. LOTS. OF CHILLING.
-Gonna put a Chill Ban into effect. As of now and until I say so, if you Use the chill command, while you have 60 or more EN, you will get an unpleasant surprise. you've been warned.

-There is no Care Package falling at the end of this round (also there was no lottery this round, lol some of you added "IN" to your actions. Silly geese.)

-THERE ARE 21 ALIVE COMPETITORS. SOMETHING THAT WILL CHANGE THE GAME IS VERY IMMINENT. EXTREMELY IMMINENT. MAYBE IF ONE MORE PERSON FAINTS, IT WILL HAPPEN. But that's just my hunch. What do I know? It's not like I make the rules and the twists in this thing. huehuehuehuehuehuehuehue
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Gallade (Alex) used The Frozen Heart Crystal!Gallade (Alex) used the Relic to fire off a freezing beam at Serenity!
....Serenity is not in the arena!
The Frozen Heat Crystal sapped life from Gallade (Alex)!

Gallade -4HP

Togekiss (EM) flew to the Pine Forest!
Togekiss is flying to the Pine Forest area!

Togekiss -15EN

(the move below was a priority move, so it happened before alex's attack. I'm just too lazy to put it at the top of the action sequence)Togekiss (Wolfe) used Extremespeed to flee!Togekiss jetted off quickly to No Man's Land!

Togekiss -6EN

Ancient Anorith Flinched!

Bisharp used Toxic!Muk was covered in toxins!
Muk's body is reacting with the toxins in a positive manner..

Bisharp -7EN

Tyranitar used Rock Slide!Hit Roll: [1-9000 Yes, 9001-10000 No]=[2436, YES] Tyranitar covered the quivering pile of goo with rocks and debris!
The goo is completely covered and out of sight..

Tyranitar -5EN

Jellicent has no actions!
DEATH SENTENCE

Dusknoir (Madot) traveled!
Dusknoir (Madot) hovered across the ocean to get to the RUINED ISLAND

Dusknoir(Madot) -3EN

Muk took Jellicent's Item!Muk noticed that Jellicent was eliminated, and picked up the AMBER SPIDER LILY

Muk -2ENSlaking used Low Kick!...the Shadow was not there anymore!

Slaking -4EN

Hippowdon examined the Obelisk!
Hippowdon read the Obelisk!

Hippowdon -1EN

Dusknoir (Rick) has no actions!
DEATH SENTENCE

Volcarona Flinched!

Slowbro used Hydro Pump!
But Dusknoir (Rick) has already been eliminated...
The fainted body was soaked with water.

NATURAL DISASTER STRUCK IN THE FROSTY MOUNTAINS
DISASTER NAME: ICICLE BOMBARDMENT (2a of 2a, less power)(10+(6-4.5)) x 1.5 = -17.25HP to Haxorus
The Frosty Mountains are now even colder than usual!
H Freeze RNG: [1-2000 Yes, 2001-10000 No]= [9874, NO]New Status: Fear
If the pokemon is inflicted with the Fear status, the pokemon will not be able to use the command chill, or use any non-STAB moves. The Fear Status lasts for 6 actions, and can be reset if the pokemon would be inflicted again with fear.

Underground, the Zoroark panted, looking around, planning her next move. With a single name whispered, her ears perked up, curiousity aroused.

Walker.

Finally... I have him now...

There was a reason why Mirage signed herself up for the Showdown, with no trainer in sight. And there was a reason why her trainer was missing.

Itsumo.

Still, she was trapped on the island until the showdown was over; she couldn't hunt that demon yet. But perhaps... she could grab a weapon against it...

In the Observatory:

"He was here! I know it! Just for a day, but he was here! Now, where is the mortal known as Walker?!? Speak, or you'll all suffer!"In hindsight, perhaps teleporting the fated here was not a good idea... at least I managed to get him away before HE arrived.

The Natu looks around on a nearby table, its left claw gripping a yellow card with orange markings.